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Thank you for your service. It's not said often enough.
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That goes for me too.
33k miles and I haven’t had any issues with my windshield. 99% is highway miles and I’ve been hit with all kinds of rocks, peddles, cinders etc. I never really had any issues on my vehicle before this either. Maybe it’s driving habits?
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Stayed an hour late at work, driving home 70 on the highway about 4 car lengths back of a a dually hauling a trailer. Clips the tiniest bit of shoulder get a rock spray….
I slow down, crank the washer juice to see if that is a bug smudge or a chip. Can’t quite tell, look right and BAM! 5 inch crack. Flag him down. Get his info, seems like his company ain’t gonna hassle me on the fix.
I would say it’s both. As many windshield problems as Sports have had, they probably aren’t the best of the best.. and also I’m sure we are “following too close” but that’s a bit of a holier than thou perspective a bit.
Cracks are random when ya get rocked. Just hope they happen to Big Bronco owners instead ? Jk jk
I slow down, crank the washer juice to see if that is a bug smudge or a chip. Can’t quite tell, look right and BAM! 5 inch crack. Flag him down. Get his info, seems like his company ain’t gonna hassle me on the fix.
I would say it’s both. As many windshield problems as Sports have had, they probably aren’t the best of the best.. and also I’m sure we are “following too close” but that’s a bit of a holier than thou perspective a bit.
Cracks are random when ya get rocked. Just hope they happen to Big Bronco owners instead ? Jk jk
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I'm not judging those who suffer window damage. My suggestion to increase following distance came after a forum user suggested the windshield Ford used is prone to rock chips and cracks. Seems to me like a reasonable suggestion for dealing with a known issue. I would think it's more effective than complaining about window quality to people who can't do anything about it.
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(Knocks on wood) leaving mount Rushmore we drove into a storm from hell. Half dollar sized hail nowhere to go but forward. I could hear it cracking off the windshield, pounding the roof and hood...knew my bronco was screwed. Saw marks all over the glass
When the storm cleared...nada. must have an actual horseshoe in the trunk. Glass was fine, zero dents, still no idea how
When the storm cleared...nada. must have an actual horseshoe in the trunk. Glass was fine, zero dents, still no idea how
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I agree whole heartedly but I also accept the anecdotal stories and once in a lifetime stuff. Just never know. But figure ten folks bitching compared to tens of thousands produced every year...it's a small percentage of bad situations.
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We bought two broncos both had broken winchills.I would like to start by saying that I have always been brand loyal to Ford. I always felt like I was driving a quality product. I followed the Bronco for 3 years before they appeared on the lots.
In December of 2022 I purchased a Bronco Sport Big Bend. I was attracted to it’s rugged styling and it’s size for a SUV that I could commute with, drive in the city, and thought it would be perfect getting me into my cottage!
Just shy of two months of owing it, I feel sick about my purchase. Everything about it was great, but where Ford really dropped the ball, was on the Windshield. Putting it politely, it is not up to expectations when it comes to its integrity. It is complete garbage. Three stone cracks in less than two months on a clear well travelled highway, the (QEW) going 100km hr. The pebbles were so tiny they do not warrant the term stone chip. Every tiny little tink will leave you wondering if there’s another crack!
They will explain that stone chips are not a warranty issue. They will tell you it’s the design angle of the windshield, anything to deflect any responsibility! My previous car a 2013 Ford Fusion with 500 thousand km on it never had an issue with it windshield travelling the same route for 5 years! In my opinion this Windshield is not up to a standard that I am accustomed to being in the Ford family. I’m a Ford guy, over a million miles driven in Fords, this is a drastic disappointment. If you read this, and own one, you mark my words, it’s just a matter of time before a speck of a stone tinks off your windshield leaving a star shaped crack!
Make me proud Ford, take care of loyal customers and address this issue.
When calling Ford customer relations I was told it is not a warranty issue and my file would be closed.
I know as much as I love my Bronco, I will not be able to keep it, if I constantly have to replace the windshield. $1000.00 to replace or $75.00 per crack if repairable. Why put a cheap piece of crap windshield in a Bronco?
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Hi we had to replace both of our windshield in our broncos we dont understand how easily they broke
Well to put into perspective how terrible the windshield is on the sport, mine just cracked from a dragonfly on the highway going 120km/h (the highway speed is 120km/h). Not even from a rock!!!!
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That's how many windshields were mentioned. Tragic for all who experience it, but compared to the vast number of Broncos on this forum...that's a standard percentage of not low number. Insurance companies have full glass replacement cheap. I don't WANT to do it but the blame Ford stuff is petty. Some of y'all should have bought something else
That's how many windshields were mentioned. Tragic for all who experience it, but compared to the vast number of Broncos on this forum...that's a standard percentage of not low number. Insurance companies have full glass replacement cheap. I don't WANT to do it but the blame Ford stuff is petty. Some of y'all should have bought something else
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So if I follow closer, I won't experience windshield damage from a stone being tossed at me from the car in front?
If I allow for more than one car per 10MPH, another will enter into the lane in front of me; if that continues, I won't get home until tomorrow.
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In Florida, a windshield repair or replacement falls under basic insurance coverage.
HOWEVER, my agent told me when I had two windshields replaced within 8 months, my premium could go up due to the two claims. I promptly reminded her that I've had coverage with this company for over 42 years, and these were my only claims during that time period.
My rates have not gone up.
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